Dr. Omar Razzaque Shakir MD MBA, Ophthalmologist
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Dr. Omar Razzaque Shakir MD MBA

Ophthalmologist

600 W. Putnam Ave Lower Level Greenwich CT, 06830
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About

Dr. Omar Shakir is an ophthalmologist and retina specialist practicing in Connecticut. Dr. Shakir specializes in eye disease treatment and surgery. He completed fellowship at Yale University and currently practices in his own private office in Greenwich, as well as part-time at Yale University. He is interested in patient care, patient education, health system reform and advocacy, medical device research, and clinical research.

Education and Training

Yale University Retinal Surgery 2018

University of Florida Ophthalmology Residency 2016

Johns Hopkins University Internal Medicine Internship 2013

Albany Medical College MD 2012

Clarkson University MBA 2009

Union College BS/BA 2008

Board Certification

American Board of Ophthalmology

Provider Details

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Dr. Omar Razzaque Shakir MD MBA
Dr. Omar Razzaque Shakir MD MBA's Expert Contributions
  • Do I Have To Get My Eyes Dilated For An Eye Exam?

    As a busy eye surgery practice, I dilate all of my patients for their eye exams almost every visit. But I can understand why normal healthy patients might be asking their doctors - do I have to get the dilation drops just for a routine eye check? The simple answer is "yes, at least once in a while."...

Areas of expertise and specialization

RetinaCataractGlaucomaLaser surgery

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Associate Staff Yale University 2017 - 2018

Awards

  • Chief Resident 2016 University of Florida 

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology  
  • American Society of Retina Specialists  

Areas of research

Retina

Dr. Omar Razzaque Shakir MD MBA's Practice location

Coastal Eye Surgeons

600 W. Putnam Ave Lower Level -
Greenwich, CT 06830
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